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Our Testing Team Named This Handheld Steamer the 'Best Portable' Model—and It's on Sale for $30
The Hilife handheld steamer has almost 52,500 five-star ratings and 10,000 positive reviews, and our testing team named it the "Best Portable Steamer." The tank holds just over one cup of water, and you can steam clothes for up to 15 minutes on the steamer's single setting. Right now, you can buy one for $30 while it's on sale at Amazon. → Read More
This Jar Opener With 16,400 Five-Star Ratings Works on Any Lid—and It's on Sale for $14
With 16,400 five-star ratings, the EZ Off Jar Opener is the top-selling item in Amazon's Jar Opener category. The V-shape allows it to open any lid, including pasta sauce jars, water bottles, nail polish, and child safety locks, and shoppers say it's easy to install underneath a cabinet. Currently, you can buy one for $14 with a coupon while it's on sale. → Read More
Shoppers Say They Can Wear These Block Heels for Hours Without Any Pain—and They're on Sale
The Dream Pairs block heel sandals have a 3-inch heel and a latex insole for added comfort. The shoes have 9,000 five-star ratings, and shoppers confirm they can wear them for hours without pain at weddings. You can buy a pair in 25 colors and patterns for 25 percent off while the coupon is live. → Read More
Even Shoppers Who Bought This $33 Swimsuit 'on a Whim' Say It's Now Their Favorite
The Cupshe ruffled one-piece swimsuit has 3,200 five-star ratings on Amazon, and shoppers say it's cute, flattering, and comfortable. The bathing suit is available in seven striped colors in sizes XS to XXL, and you can buy one for $33. → Read More
Shoppers Love This Now-$20 Exercise Dress So Much, They're Buying Multiples
Whether you're running errands or working out, shoppers suggest trying the KuaCua exercise dress. It has a built-in bra and shorts with pockets, and it's made from 75 percent nylon and 25 percent spandex for a lightweight, breathable fit. You can buy one in 31 colors and patterns for $30 at Amazon. → Read More
Amazon Shoppers Say This Beach Tent Is 'the Best Canopy for the Money'—and It's on Sale
The Abccanopy pop-up beach tent is the top-selling model in Amazon's Outdoor Canopies category. The tent has 3,200 five-star ratings, and it provides up to 50 UPF of sun protection. When it's assembled, the beach canopy is 10-by-10 feet, and it's currently on sale for $87 in select colors at Amazon. → Read More
Even Shoppers With Plantar Fasciitis Love These Comfortable Sandals—and They're Only $30
The Cushionaire Luna sandals are an Amazon best-seller with 43,000 five-star ratings and 5,700 five-star reviews. They're available in 21 colors and patterns, and even shoppers with plantar fasciitis say they're comfortable. You can buy a pair for $30 in whole, half, and wide options ranging from sizes 5 to 13. → Read More
This Is the Top-Selling Garden Hose Nozzle on Amazon—and It's on Sale for Just $18
The Innav8 garden hose nozzle is the top-seller in Amazon's Garden Hose Nozzle category. The hose attachment has 10 different watering patterns, and it has a nonslip grip and a leak-free promise. While the garden hose nozzle is on sale, you can buy one for $18. → Read More
This Is the Top-Selling Garden Hose on Amazon—and It's Nearly Half Off Ahead of Prime Day
The Vieneci flexible garden hose is the best-seller in its category on Amazon. The flexible hose expands to up to 100-feet when it's in use, it comes with a 10-pattern nozzle, and it promises not to kink during use. You can buy one for $38 on Amazon while it's on sale before Prime Day. → Read More
This Shark Robot Vacuum Exceeds Expectations—and It's $250 Off Ahead of Prime Day
Amazon has already debuted thousands of early Prime Day deals, and one of them is the Shark IQ Robot Vacuum. The vacuum has a self-emptying bin that collects hair, dirt, and debris for up to 45 days without needing to be cleaned. Plus, it connects to Amazon Alexa and an app for hands-free cleaning. You can buy one for $300 while the sale lasts. → Read More
This Shopper- and Beauty Writer-Loved Skincare Brand Is Having a Major Sale Across Its Entire Site
Shopper-favorite skincare brand Tula just launched a 20 percent off sitewide sale on all of its best-selling skincare products. You can shop moisturizers, primers, sunscreen, and complete skincare kits for as low as $23 while the Tula sale is live until July 15. → Read More
This Table Fan Keeps Rooms 'Surprisingly Cold'—and You Can Scoop It Up for $30 Before Prime Day
The Honeywell QuietSet Personal Table Fan weighs just 2.5 pounds, and it's small enough to place on top of a desk or bedside table. The fan has more than 13,300 five-star ratings, and shoppers say it's "small and mighty." You can buy one for $30 while it's on sale ahead of Amazon Prime Day. → Read More
This Flattering Smocked Midi Dress Is Ideal for Summer, According to Shoppers
The Miessial midi-length dress is made from 80 percent cotton and 20 percent linen to create a breathable, lightweight feel for the summer. The breezy dress has ruffled capped sleeves and a smocked top, and it's available in sizes 0-2, 4-6, 8, 10, and 12 in four patterns. You can buy one for $42 on Amazon. → Read More
The Cropped Workout Leggings I Recommend to All of My Friends Are on Sale for as Little as $10 Right Now
If you're shopping for lightweight workout leggings, end your search with the Old Navy High-Waisted PowerSoft Side-Pocket Cropped Leggings. They're available in regular, tall, and petite sizes ranging from XS to 4X. One writer shares why these workout leggings are her favorite, and you can buy a pair for as little as $10 while they're on sale. → Read More
Refresh Your Outdoor Space for Summer With These 10 Early Prime Day Deals
Amazon's early Prime Day deals are live, and there are hundreds of patio furniture and outdoor decor pieces on sale, including best-selling string lights, bistro sets, and outdoor curtains. While items are in stock and prices are low, you can refresh your outdoor space starting at $17. → Read More
Amazon Slashed Prices on Hundreds of Vacuums Ahead of Prime Day—and Prices Start at $29
Amazon's early Prime Day 2022 sale has some of the best deals on vacuums from top-selling brands like Bissell, Hoover, Shark, and Eufy by Anker. While prices are low, shop for cordless, handheld, upright, and robot vacuums starting at just $29. → Read More
The Collapsible Beach Wagon Shoppers Call 'the Best Purchase of the Summer' Is $50 Off Right Now
You can pack all of your beach and lake day essentials inside the Vivosun collapsible folding wagon. The durable gadget weighs 24 pounds, measures 32.2 by 21.65 by 14.96 inches when it's open, and it's waterproof and tear-resistant. While it's on sale and the clickable on-page coupon is live, you can buy the beach wagon for $110 at Amazon. → Read More
Shoppers Are Amazed by How Much Fits Inside This Belt Bag—and It's Perfect for Summer Vacations
The Zorfin belt bag is ideal for summer vacations, according to shoppers. It's made from nylon, so it's waterproof—and the multiple zippered pockets keep essentials safe. The fanny pack is available in 23 colors and patterns at Amazon, and it's on sale for $23. → Read More
Amazon Shoppers Say This Robot Vacuum Is Better Than Expensive Brands—and It's on Sale Right Now
You can spend less time cleaning when you switch to the Thamtu G10 Robot Vacuum. It has an app for easy control, three unique cleaning modes, and the ability to vacuum hardwood floors, tile, and carpeting. While it's on sale, you can buy one for as low as $130 with a clickable coupon at Amazon. → Read More
If Your Summer Wardrobe Needs Breezy Blouses, Don't Miss These Stylist-Approved Finds
Amazon stylist Jessica Feng shared her top 36 summer blouses, and five of her finds are under $30. The summer blouses feature puffed sleeves, smocking, and ruffles, and they're available in sizes XS to XL in most styles. You can buy one for as low as $23. → Read More